Hominy Lake
Key Takeaway
Hominy Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 97.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 165 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01344 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HOMINY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hominy Lake?
Hominy Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hominy Lake?
Hominy Lake is owned by CITY OF HOMINY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hominy Lake built?
Hominy Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Hominy Lake?
Hominy Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hominy Lake?
Hominy Lake has a dam height of 60 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Hominy Lake last inspected?
Hominy Lake was last inspected on December 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.